Author Topic: Christmas Flat Panel Picks! (2011) (Read 14309 times)

Euphony101 · « **Reply #30 on:** Dec 12, 2011 at 04:07 PM »

How about Sony 32bx320, this is only P17500 at western,plus a dvd player, its lower model bx311 is P17k, same specs,only difference is that 320 has two HDMI input.

Any input will be appreciated.

disturbed · « **Reply #31 on:** Dec 12, 2011 at 05:05 PM »

Quote from: Carlo777 on Dec 12, 2011 at 03:44 PM

Yes, the C4 is not a good alternative to the C3

The LG? We recommended that TV.

great!thanks a lot sir Carlo, this thread is very helpful narrowing down choices!

raider125jeigh · « **Reply #32 on:** Dec 12, 2011 at 05:21 PM »

sir carlo whats your feedback with the sammy 40D550? thanks

Carlo777 · « **Reply #33 on:** Dec 12, 2011 at 05:35 PM »

Quote from: raider125jeigh on Dec 12, 2011 at 05:21 PM

sir carlo whats your feedback with the sammy 40D550? thanks

It's a good TV for true HD material like NMT, blu-ray or the PS3 but wanting in the area of DVD and regular cable broadcast.

Quote from: disturbed on Dec 12, 2011 at 05:05 PM

great!thanks a lot sir Carlo, this thread is very helpful narrowing down choices!

You're welcome

Quote from: Euphony101 on Dec 12, 2011 at 04:07 PM

How about Sony 32bx320, this is only P17500 at western,plus a dvd player, its lower model bx311 is P17k, same specs,only difference is that 320 has two HDMI input.

Any input will be appreciated.

Sony TVs are very good if you get the higher models, like for the 32 inches, the CX 520 is the better choice but more expensive. For a 17k budget you can always check out LG, Panasonic or Toshiba.

Lower end Sony models like the BX320 are not good choices when you consider price to performance ratios.

Euphony101 · « **Reply #34 on:** Dec 12, 2011 at 06:09 PM »

Thanks Sir Carlo

raider125jeigh · « **Reply #35 on:** Dec 12, 2011 at 06:19 PM »

Quote from: Carlo777 on Dec 12, 2011 at 05:35 PM

It's a good TV for true HD material like NMT, blu-ray or the PS3 but wanting in the area of DVD and regular cable broadcast.

You're welcome

Sony TVs are very good if you get the higher models, like for the 32 inches, the CX 520 is the better choice but more expensive. For a 17k budget you can always check out LG, Panasonic or Toshiba.

Lower end Sony models like the BX320 are not good choices when you consider price to performance ratios.

thanks thats what i got... merry xmas

wolf76 · « **Reply #36 on:** Dec 12, 2011 at 06:33 PM »

Sir,

Any review about LG 42PW350?
Any feedback is very much appreciated.

TIA.

booknoi · « **Reply #37 on:** Dec 12, 2011 at 07:51 PM »

How about the new LG 32LK430 Jazz Series? Will be using it mostly for PS3 gaming and watching HD movies.

baroki · « **Reply #38 on:** Dec 12, 2011 at 09:13 PM »

I was initially thinking of buying samsung 32d5000 last month kaso inabot na ng december, di pa din nabili. nakita ko sa abenson yun lg 32lv3520 for around 23k. same ba ito sa lv3500? ito ba ang counterpart ni LG sa d5000 ni samsung? ano kaya differences? medyo namamahalan na kasi ako sa 32d5000.

target ko kasi fullhd, 32" LED.

also 32lk450 at 32lk430, bakit parang walang difference sa specs: http://www.lg.com/in/common/compare/products-compare-result.jsp?CatID=8201&BURL=%2Fin%2Ftv-audio-video%2Flcd-tv%2Findex.jsp

dexterc · « **Reply #39 on:** Dec 12, 2011 at 09:30 PM »

THANKS For the reviews...i got the sony42ex410....definitely a good buy

unwanted · « **Reply #40 on:** Dec 13, 2011 at 07:16 AM »

hi guys.. plan ko po bumili ng tv as a christmas gift for my parents. ano po sa tingin nyo ang mas okay sa dalawang ito?

LG 42LK 450
Panasonic 42X30

My first choice was the panasonic but I am rethinking since LG has lower power consumption(I think) and also it is Full HD panel.

Please also advise the prices. If it is close to the price of Sony 42EX410, might buy this instead

My original budget was < 30k..

TV use is for watching cable/dvd.

Thanks

unwanted · « **Reply #41 on:** Dec 13, 2011 at 07:43 AM »

Quote from: dexterc on Dec 12, 2011 at 09:30 PM

THANKS For the reviews...i got the sony42ex410....definitely a good buy

magkano mo po nabili? thanks

Mguy · « **Reply #42 on:** Dec 13, 2011 at 08:43 AM »

Hi Carlo777,

I recently saw an AKAI 46" LED tv being sold at Ansons for just P32,500. Any word on these units? Akai used to be a reliable brand back in the 80s.

Dilbert7 · « **Reply #43 on:** Dec 13, 2011 at 09:55 AM »

Quote from: dexterc on Dec 12, 2011 at 09:30 PM

THANKS For the reviews...i got the sony42ex410....definitely a good buy

sir dex, how much did you get the 42ex410? TIA

Carlo777 · « **Reply #44 on:** Dec 13, 2011 at 10:02 AM »

Quote from: wolf76 on Dec 12, 2011 at 06:33 PM

Sir,

Any review about LG 42PW350?
Any feedback is very much appreciated.

TIA.

Sorry we did not get any 42PW350 for review

Quote from: dexterc on Dec 12, 2011 at 09:30 PM

THANKS For the reviews...i got the sony42ex410....definitely a good buy

Yes the EX410 is a very good TV!

Quote from: Mguy on Dec 13, 2011 at 08:43 AM

Hi Carlo777,

I recently saw an AKAI 46" LED tv being sold at Ansons for just P32,500. Any word on these units? Akai used to be a reliable brand back in the 80s.

Sorry, I don't have any feedback for Akai.

Quote from: booknoi on Dec 12, 2011 at 07:51 PM

How about the new LG 32LK430 Jazz Series? Will be using it mostly for PS3 gaming and watching HD movies.

We'll see if we can get a 430 for review.

Carlo777 · « **Reply #45 on:** Dec 13, 2011 at 10:04 AM »

Quote from: unwanted on Dec 13, 2011 at 07:16 AM

hi guys.. plan ko po bumili ng tv as a christmas gift for my parents. ano po sa tingin nyo ang mas okay sa dalawang ito?

LG 42LK 450
Panasonic 42X30

My first choice was the panasonic but I am rethinking since LG has lower power consumption(I think) and also it is Full HD panel.

Please also advise the prices. If it is close to the price of Sony 42EX410, might buy this instead

My original budget was < 30k..

TV use is for watching cable/dvd.

Thanks

Pag cable and dvd...Plasma is always the better route! So the Panasonic X30 is the better choice.

tamm01 · « **Reply #46 on:** Dec 13, 2011 at 10:11 AM »

sa mga 42EX410 users wala naman backlight bleeding or any form of bleeding because it is an edge lit LED tv?

unwanted · « **Reply #47 on:** Dec 13, 2011 at 11:57 AM »

Quote from: Carlo777 on Dec 13, 2011 at 10:04 AM

Pag cable and dvd...Plasma is always the better route! So the Panasonic X30 is the better choice.

thanks po

leaning towards Panasonic X30 na ulit.. hehe..

hmm.. hindi naman po ba turn off ung reflective screen nya?

anya618 · « **Reply #48 on:** Dec 13, 2011 at 12:04 PM »

Quote from: tamm01 on Dec 13, 2011 at 10:11 AM

sa mga 42EX410 users wala naman backlight bleeding or any form of bleeding because it is an edge lit LED tv?

bought this so far wala naman sir

theshade · « **Reply #49 on:** Dec 13, 2011 at 01:51 PM »

Quote from: Stagea on Dec 09, 2011 at 04:56 AM

I suggest checking out the current 47" - 55" LCD options from Samsung, LG, Sharp, Toshiba, etc. Even fairly affordable ones can look quite good with proper PC calibration, plus you don't risk imprinting the screen with your PC's desktop.

The sharper and flicker-free image from LCD panels make them more ergonomic, especially when doing PC work.

Thanks Sir Stagea. Any specific model? What about that Coby 55 incher?

Sir Carlo can you also please answer my question in page 1? Thanks.

toys4geeks · « **Reply #50 on:** Dec 13, 2011 at 02:07 PM »

Hi all, any suggestions on the 3D display?
I am torn between the LG (light/no battery glasses) and plasma 3D (coz of the bigger size which is a definite plus!)

Oloap · « **Reply #51 on:** Dec 13, 2011 at 03:38 PM »

Sir Carlo,

How does the x30 fare in high def viewing compared to full hd?

What can you say about the samsung plasma 51d550 and the panasonic 50U20? Compared to x30?

Thanks. Hope to narrow down the choice.

Carlo777 · « **Reply #52 on:** Dec 14, 2011 at 10:23 AM »

Quote from: Oloap on Dec 13, 2011 at 03:38 PM

Sir Carlo,

How does the x30 fare in high def viewing compared to full hd?

What can you say about the samsung plasma 51d550 and the panasonic 50U20? Compared to x30?

Thanks. Hope to narrow down the choice.

The X30 is good when it comes to HD content but at times it was not as sharp as lets say some FULLHD TVs like the Sony EX410.

Do note however that what it lacks in sharpness, it makes for in color rendition which is still the arena of plasma.

Since your moving towards 50 inches I suggest that you for for FULLHD already because the X30's 50 inch plasma is still pegged at 1024x768 - A resolution that should really be for 42 inches TVs!

Carlo777 · « **Reply #53 on:** Dec 14, 2011 at 10:25 AM »

Quote from: unwanted on Dec 13, 2011 at 11:57 AM

thanks po leaning towards Panasonic X30 na ulit.. hehe..

hmm.. hindi naman po ba turn off ung reflective screen nya?

Very reflective but with a controlled lighting environment ok naman siya.

Carlo777 · « **Reply #54 on:** Dec 14, 2011 at 10:33 AM »

Quote from: theshade on Dec 05, 2011 at 02:42 PM

Sir, can you please add for pc gaming? I bought a 50x20 based on recommendations last Christmas but it can't seem to handle high resolutions when used as a pc monitor. It reverts to 1024 by 768 which is not even 720p. Thanks.

Pc gaming? Samsung series 5 TVs (FULLHD) are very good for these things. Pictures may be overly bright but you have a fast panel for games.

On a side note, I still prefer computer monitors for pc gaming because most of these are "in your face kinda games" and I don't really like big screens for that.

Oloap · « **Reply #55 on:** Dec 14, 2011 at 10:38 AM »

Quote from: Carlo777 on Dec 14, 2011 at 10:23 AM

The X30 is good when it comes to HD content but at times it was not as sharp as lets say some FULLHD TVs like the Sony EX410.

Do note however that what it lacks in sharpness, it makes for in color rendition which is still the arena of plasma.

Since your moving towards 50 inches I suggest that you for for FULLHD already because the X30's 50 inch plasma is still pegged at 1024x768 - A resolution that should really be for 42 inches TVs!

so it would be a panasonic u20 or a samsung plasma d550?

if the viewing distance is around 2meters, would you still recommend a full hd?

thanks.

seph1018 · « **Reply #56 on:** Dec 14, 2011 at 11:58 AM »

Sir Carlo...got myself a Panny 42X30 as the recos for this unit have been outstanding.

One question though...it exhibits grainy picture...sometimes in dark scenes...even in HD material played thru USB. Noticeable only up close, but still wanted to inquire about it.

Does it really behave that way? I haven't tested HD material played thru HDMI though...but in DVD playback (thru HDMI), grain pops out when I increase brightness in just 2 notches of Brightness.

Hope you can shed some light on the subject.

TIA

_kamatis · « **Reply #57 on:** Dec 15, 2011 at 12:48 PM »

@^

baka ang dahilan nya is yung HDMI cable mo. try mo po palitan ng High Speed HDMI.

j3ffry · « **Reply #58 on:** Dec 15, 2011 at 10:31 PM »

GOing to buy 42x30 tomorrow. Is it the best below 30k budget? Initially kasi planning to buy sammy 37 led but i like a bigger screen. I'll mainly use it for mkv and movies via usb.

Good buy? or good bye? Little help please?

seph1018 · « **Reply #59 on:** Dec 16, 2011 at 12:08 PM »

Quote from: _kamatis on Dec 15, 2011 at 12:48 PM

@^

baka ang dahilan nya is yung HDMI cable mo. try mo po palitan ng High Speed HDMI.

I don't think it's a source/connection issue...but hey, I'll try that.

Does that mean I have to upgrade to HDMI 1.4?